Pumps & Compressors O&M & Troubleshooting

This course provides comprehensive knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of pumps and compressors used in industrial facilities. It covers the working principles, construction, and applications of various centrifugal, positive displacement, reciprocating, and rotary equipment. Participants will understand equipment selection, operating parameters, performance characteristics, and efficiency considerations. The course explains preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance practices to improve equipment reliability and availability. It also covers common mechanical problems such as vibration, leakage, overheating, cavitation, bearing failure, seal damage, and abnormal noise. Participants will learn systematic troubleshooting methods to identify root causes and implement effective corrective actions. Practical approaches to inspection, lubrication, alignment, condition monitoring, and equipment performance evaluation are included. The course also introduces safe operating practices and maintenance procedures for rotating equipment. Emphasis is placed on reducing unplanned downtime, maintenance costs, and equipment failures. By the end of the course, participants will be better prepared to operate, maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot pumps and compressors in industrial environments.